Our District
Vision:
Educational Excellence Together
Educate ● Motivate ● Collaborate ● Cultivate
Mission:
Empowering all students to succeed in an ever changing world.
Belief Statements:
In Anchor Bay Schools, we believe in students first!
Together, we will:
- Provide a safe and supportive environment
- Foster problem-solving and critical thinking skills for responsible decision making
- Respect and value the diversity of all participants
- Develop lifelong learners who understand the importance of integrity, character, and empathy
- Inspire innovative, adaptive leaders
- Collaborate with our community
Community Support
Anchor Bay School District passed a bond in May 2017. The bond was based on recommendations made by AdvancEd for accreditation, the district strategic plan, and staff proposals. Our community’s almost 2:1 approval of the bond is an example of continued trust and partnership in providing for Anchor Bay students. The bond includes technology and facility upgrades.
In 2022, the community supported our schools again by passing a $169 million bond proposal. Approval of the bond proposal will improve student safety and security, enhance the K-12 educational program, address aging infrastructures, correct geographical concerns, increase building efficiency, and protect the community's investment in its schools.
Inspiring, Challenging, & Empowering All Students to Succeed
- Small Class Sizes & Supportive Learning Environments
- Strong Test Scores & Academic Achievements at All Grade Levels
- Award-Winning Performance Arts, JROTC, and Athletics
- All Anchor Bay Schools are Cognia Accredited
Anchor Bay Schools Overview
Anchor Bay: Leading the Way in Excellence Since 2009
Anchor Bay Schools have set the standard for academic achievement, leading the county in test scores since 2009. But our commitment to student success goes beyond numbers - we provide a well-rounded education through diverse K-12 career pathways in Engineering, Manufacturing, Natural Science, Agriculture, Health & Human Services, Arts & Communication, and Business & Technology.
Anchor Bay Elementary Schools Offer:
- Young 5’s & Traditional Kindergarten Options
- K-4 Enrichment Programs – Art, Music, Science, STEM, PE, & Technology
- Small Class Sizes
- Math & Literacy Intervention Specialists in Every Building
- Strong State Test Scores & State-Designated Reward Schools
- After-School Bilingual Tutoring
- Summer School Academic & Enrichment Programs
- Before & After School Age Child Care
- Positive Behavior Support Program
Anchor Bay Middle Schools Offer: New for Fall 2025!
Middle School North (Grades 5 & 6)
- 5th Grade Enrichments: Computers, Science, Art, STEM, PE, Swim, Music, and Band
- 5th Grade Intramural Sports
- 6th Grade Electives: Life Skills, Choir, Art, PE, Swim, Band, Broadcasting, Maker Space, and Writing
- 6th Grade Sports: Cross Country, Wrestling, Cheer, and Swimming
- Before & After School Age Child Care
Middle School South (Grades 7 & 8)
- Junior Honors Academy with classes in Math, English, Science, & Social Studies
- Career Pathway & STEM classes including 3-D Printing, Medical Detectives, and App Creators
- Expanded options including Symphony Band and Advanced Art
- Earn Foreign Language High School Credit in Full-Year Spanish & Algebra
- Full Sports Program (No Pay-to-Play Fees)
Anchor Bay High School Offers:
- Honors & Advanced Placement Courses, Early College, and Enhanced Dual Enrollment - Earn up to 28 college credits before graduation!
- 50+ Competitive Team Sports (No Pay-to-Play Fees!)
- Award-Winning Theatre, Art, Band, & Choir Programs
- JROTC Programs for Grades 9-12
- Foreign Language Options: French, Spanish, & German
- 17 Career Technical Education Programs
- Auto - Maintenance & Light Engine Repair
- Culinary Arts
- Horticulture
- Web Design
- Broadcasting
- Teacher Cadet
- Finance
- Business Management
- Graphic Arts
- Engineering
- Marketing
- Construction Trades
- Health Occupations
- JROTC
- Computer Science
- Cybersecurity
- Welding
Your Child’s Future Starts Here!
Join the tradition of excellence at Anchor Bay. Enroll Today!
Our Mission: Empowering all students to succeed in an ever-changing world.
Nondiscrimination Policy
In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The American with Disability Act of 1990, and the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act of 1977, it is the policy of the Anchor Bay School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, disability, height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to, discrimination during any program, activity, service or employment. For information, contact Human Resources, 5201 County Line Re., Suite 100, Casco, MI 48064, (586-) 725-2861.
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
School resumes on Tuesday, April 7th.
June 15-26 July 6- July 31, 8am - 4pm
Anchor Bay Schools is excited to offer a free 6-week Summer Enrichment Program for Anchor Bay students! This program combines engaging enrichment activities with educational support, with a focus on English Language Arts and Mathematics.
How to Register:
- Step #1 Register at https://secure.rec1.com/MI/chesterfield-township-mi/catalog
Enrollment is limited, so we encourage families to register as soon as possible.
- Step #2 - In late April, an email will go out directly to those who have signed up through the Chesterfield Township link to gather additional information and complete the process.
Additional Information:
- Before and After Care is available from 6am to 6pm at our Early Childhood Center on Washington. Summer registration fee and regular SACC rates apply. Families have to register online at https://www.anchorbay.misd.net/schools/early-childhood-center/. Bus transportation provided to and from Great Oaks. Space is limited.
Our school menus now have their own app!
- Complete list of all food choices available to students
- Nutrient data for menu items
- Ability to Build-A-Meal and create customized meals
- Ingredient information for certain menu items
- Allergen identification within menu items
- Dietary preference identification showing symbols identifyingdietary preferences
- Translation to 180 languages using Google Translate
- Ability to link to Child Nutrition sites like prepayments,applications and policies
- Flexible printing, including print-to-one-page functionality
Information the high school will be coming soon.
Applications will be accepted for Schools of Choice from February 12, 2026 through September 3, 2026 at 3:30 p.m.
2026-2027 Schools of Choice is available for Kindergarten/Young Fives through 11th grade.
Placement at requested schools is dependent on class size and availability. The date for enrollment shall be no later than the end of the first week of school which is September 4, 2026.
The following documents are required to be submitted with your Schools of Choice Application:
- Statement of Prior Discipline Record
- Discipline report/print-out from former school for the previous two years
- Child’s current report card (high school students must also include current transcript)
- Child’s most current IEP if your child is presently receiving any special education programs or services
Please apply for Schools of Choice by completing the Enrollment Express Pre-Registration Link:
- Select Enrollment School as the Resident School and answer the Schools of Choice questions.
- When the pre-registration form is approved, you will receive an email with instructions to create an online Parent Portal Account.
- From the Parent Portal, the following enrollment forms must be competed:
- Student Demographics
- Previous Enrollment and Records Release
- Discipline Record
- 2026-2027 Out of District Schools of Choice Application
- If your Schools of Choice Application is approved, you will receive an email indicating your child’s placement.
- You will need to log back into the Parent Portal to complete the remainder of the enrollment forms.
- Your child’s enrollment is complete when all forms are completed and you have submitted the required documents:
- Birth Certificate
- Immunization Record
- Parent Photo ID
- Two (2) proofs of residency
- Hearing and Vision Screening (kindergarten and Young Fives only)
- Oral Health Assessment (kindergarten and Young Fives only)
Here is the new link to view this year's lunch menus! https://myschoolmenus.com/organizations/3324